Can a small business apply for government loans and grants?

Small businesses have a few options they can consider if they need additional funding for start up costs or expansion expenses. The United Kingdom government offers many small business loans (that eventually need to be repaid) or grants (that are not repaid), available to its entrepreneurs if they know where to look. UKStartups.org exists for that very reason, to help you find the right funding programmes for your small business. You can first check our web site for the proper applications to fill out or you can simply call us directly at 020 3880 8554 for assistance from one of our funding professionals.

There are hundreds of government funding schemes available for small business owners in the UK. In fact, our Funding Database currently has over 600 government funding schemes and over 500 private investors available for small business owners and startup entrepreneurs. What are you doing to take advantage of this? Become a member and start your search.

Take advantage of the Small Business Startup Assessment Tool below and see the tools and resources you need to succeed at starting your small business. It just takes 30 seconds and will also tell you if there may be any funding assistance available.

Be sure to look at the hundreds of daily questions and answers we have from entrepreneurs like you who want to learn more about starting a business, creating a business plan, searching for funding. Our small business experts take the time to answer each and every single question, so if you have something on your mind – we can help!

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